Oct 28
How To Use Misoprostol-Only for a Medication Abortion
This fact sheet explains how to use medication (misoprostol only) for an abortion with simple-to-follow steps and illustrations.
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Oct 24
Options to Manage Pain for Gynecologic Procedures
This fact sheet offers patients and clinicians a menu of options to manage pain during gynecologic procedures in an office setting, like IUD placement and removal, cervical or endometrial biopsies, colposcopy, uterine suction (e.g. abortion, miscarriage management), pap smears, and other common gynecologic care. Methods include: comfort options, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs like ibuprofen and naproxen,…
Oct 24
Options for Ongoing Pregnancy or Retained Gestational Sac on Ultrasound After Medication Abortion
Algorithm that visually outlines the options for managing an ongoing pregnancy or retained gestational sac on ultrasound after medication abortion.
Oct 22
Expanding Medication Abortion on College Campuses: An Advocates Guide
Making medication abortion (MAB) easier to access on college campuses is important for supporting students’ health, well-being, and reproductive autonomy. Many college students face real challenges when trying to get abortion care – from not knowing where to go, to not being able to afford it. These barriers are often even greater for students from…
Oct 22
Privacy Considerations for Abortion Care
Talking with others about pregnancy and/or abortion experiences can help in processing emotions and decision-making. But, some people have been investigated or arrested after information about their abortion or miscarriage was given to law enforcement–usually by friends, family, partners, or healthcare workers. Use the tips and resources in this guide to protect yourself and your…
Oct 21
Contraceptive Pearl: Providing Contraceptive Care in School-Based Health Centers
Written by Lisa Maldonado, MA, MPH There are more than 2,500 school-based health centers (SBHCs) across the country.1 SBHCs present a vital opportunity to integrate contraceptive care within primary care services for adolescents. These centers are uniquely positioned within the school environment—where students spend a significant portion of their time—to deliver comprehensive primary and preventive…
Sep 23
Insights: Benzodiazepine Use in Pregnancy and Lactation
Written by Crystal Lai, PharmD Candidate 2025 & Regina Ginzburg, Pharm.D., CDCES, BC-ADM Benzodiazepines are a class of medications indicated for generalized anxiety disorder, seizures, and insomnia. These drugs end in “lam or pam,” such as alprazolam, lorazepam, diazepam, or clonazepam.1 Despite their potential to cause serious adverse effects and potential for abuse, 5% of people…
Sep 16
Contraceptive Pearl: Federal Policy and Access to Contraception
Written by Silpa Srinivasulu, MPH Since it took effect in 2012, the Affordable Care Act (ACA) has mandated that public and most private health insurance plans cover the full range of contraceptive methods (at least one form in each of the 18 method categories) and related services and counseling for people with reproductive capacity without…
Sep 16
Fertility Awareness Methods (Natural Family Planning)
This patient fact sheet reviews different forms of Fertility Awareness compares methods based on efficacy and how they work.
Sep 15
Protocol Template: Management of Pain for IUD Placement
This template by the Clinical Training Center for Sexual and Reproductive Health is intended to support sexual and reproductive health providers in developing or revising site-specific protocols for pain management during intrauterine device placement. A word document version is available to tailor content to your own organization. Link: https://ctcsrh.org/ctcsrh-resource/protocol-template-management-of-pain-for-iuc-placement/